R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-28.28-6: Permit to use explosives.

Permit shall mean the authority granted by the state fire marshal, in writing, to use explosives. A permit for the use of explosives shall not be issued to any individual except those duly licensed and duly qualified to possess explosives by the state fire marshal. The state fire marshal shall retain a copy of each permit issued and shall immediately forward a copy of each permit to the city or town clerk in the city or town where work is to be performed. The city or town clerk shall be responsible for notifying local government officials and/or public safety officials of impending blast.